Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Odyssey: Know what we're missing
Putting a human price on the disappearing tropical rainforests
by Christina A. Roller
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When artistic director and choreographer David Taylor was inspired to create a dance performance about a tropical rainforest, he wanted just to illustrate the circle of life Taylor has lived in Denver for more than 40 years and has professionally choreographed for about 30. He and his company, the only professional contemporary ballet company in Colorado, received the Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts 10 years ago.
"The most important thing to take away from this performance is how unbelievably, invaluably important tropical rainforests are on a human level," Taylor says. "It's absolutely, without a doubt, one of the most magical, beautiful places in the entire universe."
A Children's Rainforest
Odyssey, presented by
Imagination Celebration in partnership with Colorado Springs Dance Theatre
Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave.
Friday, Oct. 5, 7 p.m.; hands-on art activities, 6 p.m.
Tickets: $10-$25; call 520-7469 for more information.
